Local 1295 members ratify agreement with Courtyard Brampton

IAM local 1295 members employed by courtyard Brampton recently ratified a new collective agreement.Our IAM members will receive an increase each year of the agreement, improvements to the way personal/sick days are utilized and coverage for sick notes, improvements to uniforms and improvements to working conditions as well as a premium for members working in laundry department. Special thanks go to Chief Steward Maritza Juarez for all her dedication and hard work.

The 27 members provide housekeeping and maintenance services for the hotel. The IAM also represents workers employed at the Crowne Plaza Hotel near Pearson International Airport.

The IAM is among the largest industrial trade unions in North America, represents more than 700,000 active and retired members, and administers more than 5,000 contracts in transportation, woodworking, aerospace, manufacturing and defense related industries.

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For further information:
Kim Valliere – IAM District Lodge 78 Business Representative
416-225-9003/519-496-2510